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In 2005, author David Foster Wallace gave a commencement speech to the graduating class of Kenyon College. While the speech did not become widely known until after Wallace's tragic death, his powerful words challenge people from all walks of life to think in a differently light. Just in time for graduation season, The Glossary created this compelling tribute to the speech. According to The Glossary, "We made this video, built around an abridged version of the original audio recording, with the hopes that the core message of the speech could reach a wider audience who might not have otherwise been interested."

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The daughter of oil tycoon Ilkhom Shokirov celebrated her wedding in a lavish, jewel-studded dress worth nearly $633,000. Reports say 9,000 guests attended the stunning event in Moscow, Russia. Prior to the ceremony, Madina Shokirova celebrated her bachelorette party with a private jet trip to Marbella, Spain. Even more incredible than all of that was the towering wedding cake. View Now

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A week after the devastating shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida that left 17 people dead, alumni from all over the world are stepping in to show their support for the current students. Directed by Ryan Blitzer who graduated from the school in 2012, the touching video features inspirational messages and the reminder that "Eagles soar high," the school's mascot. View Now

Knock, knock. Who's there? Deer! We love how YouTuber Austin Piechura tiptoed his way to the front of the house without startling the little guy. It's good to see Bambi's been doing great all these years later. View Now

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Normally, there is a trail that leads tourists in Jardim, Brazil to the river, but for a while, the trail wasn't needed at Recanto Ecológico Rio da Prata. That's because the whole area became flooded. The water was crystal clear as fish swam by the trail and bridge that's meant for humans. It makes us kind of wish it was always like this so we could experience the submerged trail ourselves. View Now

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There are legends and then there are people that legends want to be like when they grow up. Brian Waterberry is such a person. He doesn't need water to go kayaking, or warm weather or a shirt. Brian Waterberry makes fun happen. He also fails really hard. Hats off to you, Brian, a legend among legends. View Now

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He may play many serious characters in movies and TV shows, but Benedict Cumberbatch is a seriously funny dude! We get a glimpse of his vocal warmups in this video including a dramatic but hilarious reading of "I'm A Little Teapot." In fact, Omaze is offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance to have tea with Benedict and attend the premiere of "Avengers: Infinity War." You'll also get flown out to Los Angeles for free and put up in a 4-star hotel. View Now

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